Part of the Gay Chicago Guide — bars, events & things to do.
Sunday, September 6, 2026
A two-floor Slut's Party Chi takeover of Jackhammer for Labor Day weekend, running from 9pm until close. Doors at 9pm, dungeon open 9pm to 3:15am, DJs through to last call.
Have feedback on this description? Let us knowDrag brunches, circuit nights & every party worth knowing in Chicago — in your inbox every week.
Wed, Aug 12
9 PM - 1 AM
Jackhammer, Chicago
Weekly Wednesday karaoke at Jackhammer in Rogers Park. High-energy performances, $4 well drinks, and a bold queer community. Hosted by Tim Bell.
WeeklyFri, Aug 14
9 PM - 4 AM
Jackhammer, Chicago
Smooch takes over Jackhammer in Chicago for the night, running 9pm to 4am.
Sat, Aug 15
9 PM - 5 AM
Jackhammer, Chicago
Heat runs 9pm to 5am at Jackhammer in Chicago, using the bar's full Saturday licence.
Sun, Aug 16
6 PM - 2 AM
Jackhammer, Chicago
Fuzzed runs an early Sunday session at Jackhammer in Chicago, from 6pm through to 2am.
Wed, Aug 19
9 PM - 1 AM
Jackhammer, Chicago
Weekly Wednesday karaoke at Jackhammer in Rogers Park. High-energy performances, $4 well drinks, and a bold queer community. Hosted by Tim Bell.
WeeklySat, Aug 22
9 PM - 5 AM
Jackhammer, Chicago
Obey Protocol runs 9pm to 5am at Jackhammer in Chicago's Rogers Park.
Let people know you're going, see who else is attending, and share the event with friends.
Your complete guide to LGBTQ+ Chicago — the best gay bars, annual events, neighborhoods, hotels, and things to do in the Windy City.
Robbie S.
Everything you need for Chicago's Haunted Halsted Halloween Parade — the route, the costume contest, the Northalsted bars that go all out, and where to stay that's gay.
Robbie S.
Parvati Shallow's Survivor brunch, Queen! celebrates Lucy's birthday, and G.E.M. turns five at Jackhammer — plus 92 ways to fill your weekend.
Robbie S.
A citywide guide to the best gay bars and clubs in Chicago — Northalsted's neon-lit video bars, Andersonville's laid-back locals, historic South Side spots and everything between.
Robbie S.
Laid-back patios, karaoke, and the least pretentious crowd in the city — here's where Chicago's bears, cubs, and otters actually hang out, night by night.
Robbie S.
From cruise bars in Rogers Park to the Chicago Eagle, here's every corner of Chicago's leather and kink scene — the birthplace of IML.
Robbie S.